Global Regulatory Affairs Associate Director (Cardio-Metabolic)

Healthcare Businesswomen’s Association; City Of London; Hybrid; GBP 150,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A global health organization is seeking an experienced Global Regulatory Affairs Associate Director to lead regulatory strategies and ensure compliance across major regions. The role requires a strong background in regulatory affairs, project management skills, and fluency in English. This is a hybrid position based in London or Dublin, focusing on direct engagement with health authorities and strategic regulatory planning.

Qualifications

• Significant experience in regulatory affairs within the pharmaceutical industry.
• Proven track record in project management and regulatory operations.
• Experience representing the organization in cross-functional and cross-cultural settings.
• Strong knowledge of clinical trials, drug development, and regulatory compliance.
• Fluency in English (written and spoken) is essential.

Responsibilities

• Lead the implementation of regulatory strategies across major global regions.
• Provide strategic input into global regulatory plans and identify risks.
• Align regional regulatory approaches with global objectives through collaboration.
• Oversee the planning, coordination, and submission of regulatory dossiers.
• Serve as a liaison with local Health Authorities and lead negotiations.

Skills

Clinical Trials

Cross-Functional Teams

Detail-Oriented

Drug Development

Lifesciences

Negotiation Skills

Problem Solving Skills

Regulatory Compliance

Risk Management

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Life Sciences, Pharmacy, or related field

Job description

Job Description Summary

LI-Hybrid (12 days per month on-site) • Location: London (The Westworks), United Kingdom or Dublin, Ireland

We are looking for an experienced and proactive Global Regulatory Affairs Associate Director Cardio-Metabolic to join our Global Regulatory Affairs team. The role involves directing the development and submission of regulatory documents, providing strategic direction and negotiating with agencies to expedite approvals. It also ensures timely approval and compliance of new and marketed products, and serves as a regulatory liaison throughout the product lifecycle.

Job Description

Major accountabilities

• Lead the implementation of regulatory strategies and operational activities across major global regions.
• Provide strategic input into global regulatory plans, identifying risks and contributing to key planning documents.
• Align regional regulatory approaches with global objectives through collaboration with cross-functional and regional teams.
• Define and manage Health Authority (HA) interaction strategies, including preparation of briefing materials.
• Oversee the planning, coordination, and submission of regulatory dossiers (e.g., CTAs, INDs, Risk Management Plans).
• Serve as a liaison with local HAs (e.g., FDA, EMA) and lead or support negotiations for regional approvals.
• Develop and implement strategies to minimize review delays and regulatory clock stops.
• Ensure timely and compliant responses to HA queries and requests.
• Contribute to departmental goal setting and lead initiatives to improve regulatory processes.
• Ensure adherence to internal policies, SOPs, and global regulatory requirements.

Minimum requirements

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Life Sciences, Pharmacy, or a related field.
• Significant experience in regulatory affairs within the pharmaceutical industry.
• Proven track record in project management and regulatory operations.
• Experience representing the organization in cross-functional and cross-cultural settings.
• Strong knowledge of clinical trials, drug development, and regulatory compliance.
• Excellent problem-solving, negotiation, and communication skills.
• Detail-oriented with the ability to manage complex regulatory projects.
• Skilled in risk management and working with cross-functional teams.
• Ability to navigate and influence Health Authority interactions.
• Fluency in English (written and spoken) is essential.

Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion/EEO

Novartis is committed to building an outstanding, inclusive work environment and diverse teams representative of the patients and communities we serve.

Skills Desired

Clinical Trials, Cross-Functional Teams, Detail-Oriented, Drug Development, Lifesciences, Negotiation Skills, Problem Solving Skills, Regulatory Compliance, Risk Management